January weather forecast
Shanks, WV

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Shanks, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

In Shanks, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shanks, in January, during 10.4 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout January, 3.54" (90mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January, recording an average high temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and a low temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C), is Shanks's coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Shanks, is 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How much does it rain in Shanks in January?

In Shanks, during January, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Shanks, during January, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Shanks?

The average day length in January is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Shanks, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Shanks, WV

Average temperature in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in January
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Average pressure in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
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Average wind speed in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in January
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Average humidity in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in January
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Average rainfall in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in January
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Average rainfall days in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
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Average snowfall in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
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Average snowfall days in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
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Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
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Average sunshine days in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in January
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Average UV index in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
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Average cloud cover in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
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Average visibility in January - Shanks, WV
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and October (5mi).

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